Doula Services
What is an End-of-Life Doula?
An End-of-Life Doula is a trained companion who provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their loved ones as they approach death. Our role is to hold space, offering comfort and guidance, while helping individuals and families find peace, clarity, and connection during this deeply transformative time.
How I Can Support You
Every journey is unique, and my approach is tailored to your individual needs.
Some of the ways I can assist include:
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Advance Care Planning: Advance Care Planning is about making decisions now for the care you want to receive in the future. At Between Realms, I offer compassionate guidance through this often overwhelming process, helping you articulate your wishes regarding medical treatment, life support, and end-of-life care. Together, we create a plan that reflects your values and desires, ensuring your voice is heard even when you cannot speak for yourself.
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Vigil Planning and Support: Vigils offer a sacred space for loved ones to gather, witness, and honor the final moments of life. Between Realms provides personalized vigil planning and support, helping you create a meaningful experience that aligns with your spiritual beliefs. Whether at home or in hospice, I ensure that the vigil is a peaceful, sacred time for everyone involved.
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Legacy Projects: Creating a legacy project allows you to leave a lasting mark on the world and your loved ones. Whether through writing letters, compiling a memory book, or crafting a special ritual, I guide you through the process of creating something meaningful that reflects your life and values. Legacy projects provide healing, closure, and connection for both you and those you leave behind.
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MAiD Support: For individuals choosing Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), I offer non-judgmental, compassionate support throughout the process. I’m here to help you navigate the emotional, spiritual, and logistical aspects of this decision, providing comfort and understanding every step of the way.
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Body Preparation and Home Funerals: Between Realms offers guidance for families wishing to participate in the intimate process of body preparation and home funerals. I offer guidance in caring for the body after death, ensuring that this sacred act is done with love, respect, and reverence. These services provide a hands-on approach to honoring a loved one’s transition creating a meaningful and intimate farewell.
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Celebrant Services: As a trained funeral celebrant, I offer personalized services that honor the unique life and spirit of your loved one. I work closely with families to craft ceremonies that reflect your loved one’s beliefs, values, and wishes. By placing emphasis on ritual and ceremony, I ensure that the farewell is as beautiful and meaningful as the life lived.
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Grief Support: Grieving is a natural part of the end-of-life journey, and I offer ongoing emotional support for individuals and families coping with loss. Between Realms provides a compassionate space for you to express your feelings, process your grief, and begin healing. Through one-on-one sessions or group support, I help you navigate this challenging time with tenderness and care.
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Reiki: Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering care that honors the soul’s journey while ensuring that the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of everyone involved are met with kindness and understanding.
As an end-of-life doula, I believe that death is not just an ending but a profound transition. My work is about helping individuals and their families embrace this moment with dignity, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose.
Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I’m here to walk alongside you, offering care that honors the soul’s journey while ensuring that the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of everyone involved are met with kindness and compassion.
Complimentary Consultation
If you're considering end-of-life doula support, you're welcome to book a free 30-minute consultation. This is a gentle, no-pressure space to ask questions, explore your needs, and see if we’re a good fit.
The Way Through package offers comprehensive support for you and your loved ones at a price that aligns with the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Death Benefit which is a one-time payment of $2,500 to the estate of a deceased person who made sufficient CPP contributions. Many families choose to apply this benefit towards end-of-life care including doula services.
*Sliding Scale pricing available at rates of $75-125/hour
Foundational Support
625
Receive guidance for Advance Care Planning or a Legacy Project. We’ll clarify your wishes or create a meaningful project to honour your life and legacy with care and intention.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
Comprehensive Care
1,250
Get support with vigil planning, navigating MAiD, or grief. I’ll help you navigate logistics, prepare for transition, and process emotions so you feel supported every step of the way.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
Way Through
2,500
This package provides full-spectrum support, including advance care planning, vigil preparation, presence at death, and grief care. You’ll receive continuous care every step of the way.
Valid for 12 months
Doula Services
End-of-Life Doula Services
Packages
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does a death doula do?
A: A death doula supports individuals and families during the transition from life to death. Much like a birth doula helps a person transition into this world, I help people transition out of this world. I offer emotional, physical, and spiritual support, creating a peaceful, dignified space for the dying process.
Q: How can death doula services benefit me or my family?
A: My support can ease the stress of end-of-life transitions by offering a safe space for discussions, planning, and honouring the process. This compassionate care helps create meaningful moments and a dignified experience.
Q: At what point is a death doula usually hired?
A: There’s no “right” time to begin working with a death doula. I can be hired at any point—whether someone is newly diagnosed, actively declining, aging, or simply starting to explore their relationship with death. My role is to meet you exactly where you are. Some families reach out early in the journey, while others seek support closer to the end. Whenever you feel the need for guidance, presence, or care, I’m here.
Q: Can a death doula help me access Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)?
A: A death doula provides non-judgmental support and guidance for individuals navigating end-of-life decisions, including those considering MAiD. While it is not within a doula’s scope to encourage or persuade a client toward any particular choice, I can provide information and direct you to the appropriate resources to ensure you have access to accurate and compassionate support. My role is to honour your autonomy and offer emotional, spiritual, and practical assistance throughout your journey.
Q: What do your services cost?
A: I believe that everyone should have access to end-of-life support and offer a sliding scale fee structure for my end-of-life doula services. The fee you pay is based on your current financial ability, and you are invited to choose the rate that feels right for you.
Sliding Scale Pricing
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Community Care – $75/hour
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Equitable Support – $100/hour
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Sustaining Service – $125/hour
Packages
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Foundational Support – $625: A gentle introduction to end-of-life planning and legacy work.
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Comprehensive Care – $1,250: Compassionate support through transition, planning, and grief.
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Way Through – $2,500: Holistic support for every stage of the end-of-life journey.
Note: The pricing of the Way Through package aligns with the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Death Benefit which is a one-time payment of $2,500 to the estate of a deceased person who made sufficient CPP contributions. Many families choose to apply this benefit toward doula services or other end-of-life costs.
Q: How do I know if your services are right for me?
A: I offer a complimentary 30-minute initial consultation to answers any questions you have about doula services and to help determine whether working together feels like the right fit.
Q: How do I book a session?
A: Click the booking link on this page to find a time that works for you.